How Is the Performance and Fuel Economy of the 2022 Kia Sorento?

Performance Features of the 2022 Kia Sorento 

No matter where you travel to, the 2022 Kia Sorento is a great bet! At Auffenberg Kia of Cape Girardeau in Cape Girardeau, MO, we elaborate on the performance features of the 2022 Kia Sorento. 

Which Powertrain Options Are Available on the 2022 Kia Sorento? 

The 2022 Kia Sorento offers an option of two engines. The 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine delivers an output of 191 hp and a torque rating of 181 lb.-ft. Additionally, the engine has a compression ratio of 13.0:1, which implies that the engine generates energy from every drop of fuel. Power is transferred to the wheels using an 8-speed automatic transmission. 

The 2.5-liter 4-cylinder turbocharged engine pushes out 281 hp and has a torque rating of 311 lb.-ft. This engine is combined with an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission.  

While the Gasoline Direct Injection system ensures that fuel is directly injected into the cylinder, the Multi-Point Injection system delivers a fixed quantity of fuel to each cylinder at the right time. Along with these systems, the DOHC 16-valve valve system with four cylinders for each valve on both engines ensures strict emissions and incredible fuel economy.   

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How Is the Fuel Economy of the SUV? 

The 2022 Sorento has a fuel tank capacity of 17.7 gallons. The 2.5-liter engine delivers a fuel economy of 24 mpg in the city, 29 mpg on the highway, and 26 mpg combined with the front-wheel drivetrain. The all-wheel-drive models achieve 23 mpg in the city, 25 mpg on the highway, and 24 mpg combined. On the other hand, the 2.5-liter turbocharged engine makes 22 mpg in the city, 29 mpg on the highway, and 25 mpg combined with the front-wheel-drive models. The all-wheel drivetrain gains 21 mpg in the city, 28 mpg on the highway, and 24 mpg combined. 

To learn more about the 2022 Kia Sorento, schedule a test drive at Auffenberg Kia of Cape Girardeau in Cape Girardeau, MO! While you’re here, you could also explore the performance features of the 2022 Kia Forte.